Elmo's Diner
Diner$$$$
Durham
"cup od creamy tomato basil soup."(4 Tips)
"This is probably, honestly, the best breakfast in Durham."(23 Tips)
"Seriously the Greek grilled cheese is amazing."(7 Tips)
"Kids menu, pick 2 omelette and oatmeal are all excellent options!"(7 Tips)
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Extensive menu, true to the American diner. Almost everything I’ve had here has been good. The fish tacos were surprisingly tasty, as were the cranberry oat pancakes. Biscuits and gravy are also yum.
Emily BrandsFebruary 19, 2013Chilaquiles are delish! I always persuade 1 fellow diner w me to order them while I try the new dishes, and I still think it's the best bfast dish they have.- Great community feel and very kid friendly. A Durham institution (although the other location in Carrboro is a huge disappointment). Kids menu, pick 2 omelette and oatmeal are all excellent options!
Gregory LouyaJuly 23, 2016Fantastic dining experience great taste of local color wonderful waitstaff and terrific food
Maurice SykesNovember 20, 2015What a fantastic find! Very busy even at noon which gives you an idea. Homemade hash and eggs, very friendly wait staff and patrons! Felt like Southern hospitality to this Yank
Phyllis BoxNovember 7, 2019We travel full time. This was one of the best restaurants we tried while visiting Durham. Diner feel, reasonable prices, good service. Had baked spaghetti special & shrimp sandwich. Cobbler great too!
Everything is solid but the shrimp and grits and the biscuits and gravy are over the top!
Shawn CookMay 5, 2016This is a solid diner. Good home cooked food. The service was great and the staff was very pleasant. Get the tomato soup. It is delicious!
Mike SolomonJuly 7, 2013The food was awesome, and the waitress was real nice. She kept my food til i went to the laundry mat. I forgot her name, she gets a 10 from me.
Shazan JiwaMarch 26, 2011You just woke up, you're hungover, and have no idea what happened last night but you need your eggs... And pancakes... And a morning drink... Just order any combo and a vodka tonic and you'll be set- Omelettes are great! You get a side and a choice of bread.
Sandy BassFebruary 10, 2016Something for every taste. Tomato basil soup is a must. Love the shepherd's pie. Casual atmosphere- Sandy BassMay 18, 2016Everything! We are eating a late breakfast, but their tomato basil soup is so good I'm taking home a bowl for dinner.
Bisi OladipoAugust 22, 2013Always amazing food and friendly service. If you like spicy food, please try their chicken BBQ! Hey have breakfast all day too 😁
Tuvara KingAugust 4, 2014Always check out the specials on the specials board at the host stand. If you're not paying attention you'll miss it.
Food is delicious but waiter forgot the grilled chicken for my salad. This is the second time this has happened. We would come more often if they had better wait staff
I almost always get the corned beef hash, and when they have it I spring for their cider too.
Alaric HahnApril 2, 2013Great kid's menu for the child in your life. Or for small appetites. Or if you want a side of spaghetti.
Shelley HickmanJune 28, 2012So dang good! We got Elmo burgers with bacon, the TAB wrap, & chicken fajitas! Everything was wonderful, including the service!
Sandie ClarkOctober 14, 2016Everything was awesome...great atmosphere, casual, felt at ease, great omelet!- Meredith mJune 8, 2012Definitely get the salmon cakes!! oh, and a cup od creamy tomato basil soup. Their baked apples are really good too.
The hummus is the best anywhere! A little spicy and great zing.
Jennifer FosterMarch 5, 2017Omelettes are good and packed with ingredients...do the Pick 4! Busy, but wait did not last too long. We will go back.
Matthew PresleyNovember 21, 2012The meatloaf sandwich was awesome! The staff was super friendly toward my infant daughter. Guess who got a big tip?
James BaileyJuly 3, 2011Try the Chicken Burrito! It has spice without hurting your tongue and is plenty to fill you up and maybe save some for a snack later!!""
Mary Jo SmithDecember 3, 2013Some items good some not. Full of children. We only eat here when we can't decide where else to go. It's ok. They have a better reputation than they deserve. Mediocre and gets you fed.
Erin GreenApril 4, 2013coffee while you wait and such great service, go with the tomato basil soup, even for breakfast.
Be sure to try the sweet potato and black bean burrito when it's on the specials menu!
- This is probably, honestly, the best breakfast in Durham.
John MartinMay 8, 2010If you bring a Smirnoff Ice to breakfast, your friend will have to chug it immediately. Be sure to always save one, though, for an ice block.
Christan MillerSeptember 13, 2011Service was prompt and friendly....go for the chicken and dumplings, DO IT!
Open until 10pm has saved me many nights. Salads are plentiful.
You can get the breakfast burrito at any time, even though it's not on the menu. It's super good and comes in a veggie version
Lucy McQuilkenApril 10, 2011Get the huevos rancheros with poached eggs instead of scrambled. Excellent!
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- Mon–Sun
- 6:30 AM–10:00 PM
(919) 416-3823
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No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Private Lot
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Yes
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Lee Raymond - 5.0
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Charlie L. - 8.4
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